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Key Features
- 1959 ES-335 Custom reissue
- Murphy Lab Light Aging adds authentic vintage character
- Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups deliver warm, dynamic PAF-style tones
- Long tenon, hide-glued neck joint enhances resonance and sustain
Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue Ultra Light Aged, Vintage Natural #931212 Overview
The Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue Ultra Light Aged is a stunning recreation of an iconic semi-hollow design, built with meticulous attention to vintage accuracy. Featuring a 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body with a solid maple centre block, it delivers the perfect blend of warmth, resonance, and sustain. The Medium C-shaped mahogany neck, paired with an Indian rosewood fingerboard, offers a comfortable and familiar feel, while the long tenon, hide-glued construction ensures exceptional stability.
Equipped with unpotted Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups, this ES-335 captures the dynamic, articulate tones of classic late-'50s PAFs. The Murphy Lab Light Aged nitrocellulose finish adds decades of authentic playwear, enhancing its vintage character. Period-correct hardware, an ABR-1 bridge, and a lightweight aluminium stop bar tailpiece complete the historically accurate look and feel, making this reissue a true tribute to Gibson's golden era.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionTimeless 1959 ES-335 Design
The Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue Ultra Light Aged embodies one of the most legendary semi-hollow designs in history. This meticulously crafted reissue captures every detail of the original, from the rounded cutaways to the period-correct body contours. Built with a 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body and a solid maple center block, it delivers the perfect balance of warmth and clarity. The lightweight construction ensures a comfortable playing experience while maintaining the signature sustain and resonance that made the ES-335 a favourite among guitarists for decades.
Murphy Lab Light Aging For Vintage Appeal
The Murphy Lab Light Aged finish gives this ES-335 the look and feel of a well-played vintage instrument. This ultra-light aging process meticulously replicates decades of natural wear, adding character without excessive relicing. The nitrocellulose lacquer finish allows the guitar to breathe and age naturally over time, further enhancing its authentic aesthetic. Combined with lightly aged hardware, this treatment ensures that every detail reflects the charm and patina of a true late-'50s model, making it a dream for both stage and studio.
Custombucker Alnico 3 Pickups For Authentic PAF Tone
Equipped with a set of unpotted Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups, this ES-335 delivers the unmistakable warmth and dynamic response of original late-'50s PAF humbuckers. These pickups are designed to capture the harmonic richness, clarity, and responsiveness that define vintage Gibson tone. The unpotted nature of the Custombuckers allows them to retain more of the organic, open sound that makes old PAFs so sought after. If you're playing smooth jazz, biting blues, or searing rock leads, these pickups ensure an expressive and articulate playing experience.
Long Tenon, Hide-Glued Neck For Superior Resonance
Gibson’s historic construction methods are at the heart of this reissue, ensuring an authentic playing feel and tonal response. The solid mahogany neck is fitted using a long tenon joint and hide glue, just like the originals from the late ‘50s. This traditional construction technique maximises contact between the neck and body, enhancing sustain and resonance. The Medium C-shaped neck profile offers a smooth, comfortable grip, making it ideal for intricate lead work and chordal playing alike. Paired with an Indian rosewood fingerboard, it delivers a natural, organic feel under your fingers.
Period-Correct Hardware And Premium Craftsmanship
Every detail of this ES-335 has been carefully selected to honour its vintage heritage. The ABR-1 bridge and lightweight aluminum stop bar tailpiece provide rock-solid tuning stability and sustain, while Kluson single-line tuners ensure precise tuning adjustments. The black M69 pickup rings, amber butyrate top hat knobs, and stepped two-ply truss rod cover further add to the guitar’s period-correct aesthetics. From the amber Catalin switch tip to the authentic profile nickel silver pickup covers, every component contributes to the timeless appeal of this historic reissue.
Specifications
- Product Name: Gibson Custom 1959 ES-335 Reissue Ultra Light Aged, Vintage Natural
- Product Code:59ES335ULVNNH1 #931212
Body
- Body Style: ES
- Body Shape: ES-335
- Body Material: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
- Centerblock: Solid Maple
- Binding: 1-Ply Royalite
- Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Weight Relief: None
Neck & Fretboard
- Neck Material: Solid Mahogany
- Neck Profile: Medium C
- Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
- Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
- Frets: 22, Authentic Medium-Jumbo
- Nut Material: Nylon
- Nut Width: 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
- Inlays: Pearloid Dot
- Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Hardware & Electronics
- Finish: Nickel; Murphy Lab Light Aged
- Bridge: ABR-1
- Saddle Material: Nickel-plated Brass
- Tailpiece: Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
- Tuning Machines: Kluson Single Line, Single Ring
- Pickguard: Black 5-Ply Wide Bevel
- Truss Rod: Authentic 1950s No-Tube
- Truss Rod Cover: Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
- Control Knobs: Amber Butyrate Top Hats
- Switch Tip: Amber Catalin
- Mounting Rings: Black M69 Medium & Tall
- Pickup Covers: Authentic Profile Nickel Silver
- Neck Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
- Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted)
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
- Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
- Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
Miscellaneous
- Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
- Case: Brown/Pink Lifton Reissue 5-Latch
- Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity
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